Welcome to the Growth Hub
We offer free business advice and support services to businesses in Somerset. Whether you need advice on how to access funding, business planning or on a specific business challenge, we can help.
At the Growth Hub, we are experienced in helping businesses at all stages of development. We also offer specific support programmes, a network of industry and local authority experts, useful resources and free events to help your business grow and develop.
While some of our support is provided in-house, our advisers can connect you with the most appropriate support providers to answer your specific questions.
Direct and free business support is just an email away. Get in touch with our team today.
Contact the Somerset Growth Hub
National Business Advice – business.gov.uk – find the right support for your business
Workplace Charging Scheme
The Workplace Charging Scheme is a grant to help with the cost of buying and installing electric vehicle charge points at workplaces.
Who can apply
- Public sector
- Non-profit organisations
- Private sector businesses
How much you can get
- Up to 75% of the total cost covered
- Maximum £500 per charge point socket
- Typically between £300 and £350 per socket
What you can get funding for
- Purchase and installation of charge points
- Supporting infrastructure
- You can apply for support for up to 40 charge point sockets per site.
Closing date 31 March 2027, 11.59pm
Funding Circle
Funding Circle has worked with the British Business Bank since 2013, supporting thousands of businesses as one of the largest providers of Government-backed loans including through the Growth Guarantee Scheme.
Check if you qualify for a loan in 30 seconds. Whether you want to grow, buy equipment, hire staff or manage cash flow, Funding Circle can help.
Cut Your Energy Bills for Free - Zero Carbon Company
Cut energy costs for pubs, bars and restaurants. This free energy and carbon reduction tool helps small and medium hospitality businesses in England reduce waste and lower their carbon footprint using their own energy data.